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SANITATION PROGRAM
Basic Sanitation Procedures
A general, wet cleaning and sanitizing procedure has six basic steps. [Specify particulars
for your facility]
1. Remove gross build-up and discard in waste container. Do a rough cleaning,
[Specify how you will do it, ex: with a brush].
2. Pre-rinse the surface/area, using warm, clean water at low pressure. When using
hoses, minimize spray by controlling the pressure and direction. This helps prevent
cross-contamination. [Specify details on your pre-rinsing method]
3. Clean the surface/area, using [Specify name of the chemical product, ex: ZZZ
Detergent]. Ensure all surfaces are cleaned, especially any crevices or cracks. If
required, clean manually using brushes or other tools to remove soil from surfaces
[Specify how, ex: using a scrub]. Allow the cleaner to sit for [Specify
manufactures’ instructions].
4. Rinse off all the cleaner, using warm, clean water.
5. Inspect the equipment to ensure there is no visible debris or greasy film. Re-clean if
needed.
6. Sanitize using [Specify name of the chemical product, ex: YYY Sanitizer].
Ensure all surfaces are sanitized, including the underside. Follow rinsing procedure
for the sanitizer if required. [Specify manufacturer’s instructions]
Equipment parts and utensils should be washed in a separate area. [Specify instructions
and location. Ex: in a designated washing area by following poster instructions]
After Sanitation/Before Production Starts (Pre-operational Assessment)
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Equipment and parts must be inspected again for cleanliness and damage and then
reassembled using the instructions in the corresponding sanitation standard
operating procedures (SSOP).
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Sanitation and inspection completion must be recorded on the Sanitation Record.
[Specify process/recording using the Sanitation Record template]
Date prepared [date the policy was introduced/revised] Authorized by [manager responsible] Page X of Y
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Housekeeping
Trash and waste materials include [Specify what is trash and waste and how each
material is to be handled, ex: food waste goes in sealed plastic bags, paper goes in
recycle bins]
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Waste containers must be emptied and cleaned daily by [Specify person/title
responsible].
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Keep containers well maintained (no cracks or leaks) and clean.
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Ensure areas such as washrooms, locker rooms, lunch room, office, are kept clean.
[Specify person/title responsible]
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The exterior of the facility must be kept clean and tidy. [Specify person/title
responsible]
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No equipment, pallets, etc, can be stored near the building.
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The grounds must be kept clean to minimize pests.
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The trash dumpster must be emptied [Specify how often, ex: weekly] by [Specify
company name].
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Vehicles used to transport food products must be kept clean. Cross-contamination of
ingredients, food products, packaging materials and chemicals used in sanitation or
maintenance must be prevented during transportation. [Specify how, ex:
separating incompatible products or not transporting incompatible materials
at the same time]
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Storage areas of the facility must keep clean and tidy.
Health and Safety Information
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Any equipment with sensitive electrical panels must be wrapped with plastic to
prevent moisture damage.
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Follow equipment lock-out/tag-out procedures where necessary. [Specify your
procedure]
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Chemical supplier(s) must provide current Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) for
all chemicals. Keep them readily accessible in [Specify location, ex: blue binder
main office].
Date prepared [date the policy was introduced/revised] Authorized by [manager responsible] Page X of Y
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All employees must wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), ex: gloves,
goggles/face masks, etc.
Specific Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures

A list of sanitation standard operating procedures (SSOPs) including detailed
assembly and disassembly instructions for individual equipment and areas, includes:

[Specify all that apply to your facility and write down the specific procedures]
–
production room
–
walls, ceilings and floors
–
equipment 1
–
equipment 2…etc
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Refer to the List of Chemicals sheet for a list of authorized chemicals for use in this
facility. [Complete a List of Chemicals template]

Refer to the Master Sanitation Schedule to determine cleaning frequency of
equipment and structures other than those cleaned daily. [Complete the Master
Sanitation Schedule template]
Monitoring
Sanitation and pre-operational activities must be monitored [Specify frequency], by
[Specify name/title, ex: supervisor, manager]. The information must be recorded on the
sanitation record [Specify, using the Sanitation Record template].
Date prepared [date the policy was introduced/revised] Authorized by [manager responsible] Page X of Y